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Research Focus
Kieran is a PhD biochemistry student at Queen’s University Belfast supervised by Dr Katerina Theodoridou. Throughout his PhD, Kieran seeks to research 'Insects for sustainable animal feed: livetock farming in a climate change challenged world'. This research is funded by FoodBioSystems DTP.
With a first-class BSc (Hons) in Animal Management, Kieran is passionate about livestock and agri-food systems, and has key interests in how to improve production, efficiency, animal welfare, and nutrition.
As an entomologist, Kieran is also interested in insects, with emphasis on insect biochemistry, insect growth, insect endocrinology, and their application within food and feed to develop a secure and sustainable future.
Previous experience includes a zookeeping position at a land-based college where he developed not only hands-on experience with animals, but also teaching and training of level 1–5 students as part of their curriculum.
Keywords
- QL Zoology
- Entomology
- Insects
- Animal Nutrition
- Q Science (General)
- Biology
- Biological Sciences
- Entomology
- Biochemistry
- Animal Nutrition
- GE Environmental Sciences
- Sustainability
- Environment
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 15 Life on Land
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Research output
- 1 Article
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Attenuated-total-reflection Fourier-transformed spectroscopy as a rapid tool to reveal the molecular structure of insect powders as ingredients for animal feeds
Robertson, K., Ortuño, J., Stratakos, A., Stergiadis, S. & Theodoridou, K., 27 Nov 2024, In: Journal of Insects as Food and Feed . 10, 12, p. 2143-2156 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile3 Link opens in a new tab Citations (Scopus)53 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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Best Poster Presentation in Agri-Food Systems and Human Nutrition
Robertson, K. (Recipient), 21 Jun 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Best Presentation 2nd Year FoodBioSystems DTP
Robertson, K. (Recipient), 25 Jul 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Best Presentation for 2nd Year PhD in Agri-Food Systems and Human Nutrition
Robertson, K. (Recipient), Jul 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
- 1 Invited talk
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TEDxQUB: Small Creatures, Big Impact: Rewriting History with Insects
Robertson, K. (Advisor)
03 Dec 2025Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
Press/Media
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The future has six legs, and it’s moving faster than ever
29/09/2024
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Public Engagement Activities